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Transmission Work Planner

Brand: ECI Environmental Consultants

Location: DuBois, PA, United States

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Requisition Number: 163

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ECI is looking to add a Transmission Work Planner to our team! If you are an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors, values the freedom of working independently, enjoys a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management with ECI.

 

Some of the most important characteristics of an ECI Transmission Work Planner are a desire to learn, an ability to adapt, and a commitment to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public. You are accountable for advancing a culture of safety and excellence while providing quality and value to our customers and clients.

 

The pay range for this position is from $16.00 to $21.00 per hour, contingent upon relevant education, experience, and industry-specific certifications. This specified range is determined by the tier associated with the job posting. However, should the employee be classified under a different tier, the compensation may fall outside the stated range." 

 

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Industry competitive pay.
  • Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.
  • Day 1 of Employment: Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Vacation Accrual/Paid Holidays/EAP (full-time employees).
  • After 3 months: 401K, life insurance, short and long-term disability, paid maternity leave, paid sick time.
  • Weekly Pay Cycle.
  • Participation in the Referral Bonus Program.
  • Boot and clothing program (full-time employees.)
  • Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Inspect and document required power line clearance work (tree pruning or vegetation removal).
  • Prescribe Integrated Vegetation Management control methods that enhance the ecological benefits of distribution rights-of-way.
  • Resolve customer concerns and complaints related to scheduled or completed line clearance work in a timely manner.
  • Record associated vegetation work for later pruning and removal by a tree crew on a tablet in the field using specialized software or paper maps.
  • Operate system forestry computer programs and record systems.
  • Communicate regularly and effectively with project leadership, auditors, utility clients, contractors, landowners, and the general public.
  • Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.
  • Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:   

  • Must be able to read maps and identify tree species.
  • Must be able to identify required removal and trimming work in accordance with utility maintenance specifications.
  • Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
  • Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities, and show attention to detail.
  • Must be able to adapt to change.
  • Must have basic computer skills.
  • Ability to travel daily with potential for overnight travel +/- 25% throughout PA.

 

WHAT WOULD BE AMAZING TO HAVE:

  • Associate's degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related discipline preferred.
  • Prior UVM or directly related experience preferred.
  • Certification as an ISA Arborist is preferred.
  • Familiarity with tree growth rates, tree response to injury, and hazardous tree conditions is preferred.
  • Prior experience with GIS software/technology preferred.
  • Familiarity with vegetation removal, utility line clearance, and utility vegetation methods and equipment is preferred.
  • Bi-lingual speaking (English and Spanish).

 

Working Environment

Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills, and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions. Reasonable accommodation, if available, may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

 

Physical

The team member must have sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk up to 10 miles per day, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make a repetitive hand, arm, and shoulder movement in the performance of daily duties (e.g., forcefully beat down brush); carry, push and/or pull light to heavy amounts of weight, frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. (sandbags); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction; operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, and traffic cone.

 

Company Overview

Environmental Consultants (ECI) is a leading provider of vegetation and asset management consulting services to the utility industry. Successful professionals at ECI have come from a variety of backgrounds, including forestry, arboriculture, natural resource management, biology, landscape maintenance, horticulture, nursery management, environmental sciences, geology, agriculture, parks & recreation management, urban forestry, geography, and more.  For more information visit our website www.eci-consulting.com.

 

Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test and a criminal background check.

All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

ECI is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

EOE/AA: Minority/Female/ Vets/ Disabled.

 

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Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that provides a foundation of support for the health, safety, and security of you and your family. We are proud to extend a broad selection of benefits to meet your needs—and medical, dental, and vision benefits start on the first day of employment.

Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire reasonable accommodations should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 1339.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note:
  • All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
  • Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.
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